Northwest Africa 1560

CK4/5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1999 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 1560 is a CK4/5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1999 . It has a recorded mass of 822.0 g.

822.0 g
Mass
CK4/5
Classification
Found
Type
1999
Year

Details

NASA ID17319
Classification CK4/5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass822.0 g (29.0 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1999
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"822.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1560?

Northwest Africa 1560 is classified as CK4/5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 1560 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 1560 meteorite has a mass of 822.0 g (29.0 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 1560 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 1560 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 1999.

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